Singer XL-400 Vs XL-550 Comparison In Detail

Both Singer XL-400 and XL-550 are sewing and embroidery combo machines. In most online stores, these two machines are listed side by side, so a cross comparison is always handy. You can see some changes in the design and features when you compare them.

Singer XL-400 Vs XL-550 - Major Feature Differences

First of all, we will talk about the sections where these two machines differ. After that we will have a look at all other features.

Embroidery Fonts

Singer XL-550 wins hands down here. It comes with 20 embroidery fonts for monogramming. You can even resize, rotate and shape with 30 lettering frames such as arc, banner, wave and more. Even though you can do the same on XL-400, there are only 5 fonts available. XL-550 also has multilingual alphabet support in 9 languages, which is absent on XL-400.

Built-in Sewing Stitches

The throat space of both the machines are same and it comes to 8.25". It is the number of built-in stitches where there is a day and night kind of difference. XL-400 has only 30 built-in stitches which include 6 essential stitches, 12 decorative stitches and 2 one-step buttonholes. XL-550 on the other hand has 215 built-in stitches which include 10 essential stitches, 6 stretch stitches, 192 decorative stitches, 6 one-step buttonholes and 1 endless buttonhole.

Automatic Thread Cutter

XL-550 has an automatic thread cutter which is absent on XL-400.

LCD Screen

On both machines, you require a PC or laptop for advance editing (for embroidery). But there is an LCD screen on XL-550 for basic stitch selection, which is absent on XL-400. It doesn't make a huge difference to be honest.

Included Software

AutoPunch, HyperFont & Advanced Editing Software come included with XL-550. XL-400 only comes with a basic digitizing software, which is not really a software made for advanced editing and customization. To get AutoPunch, HyperFont and Advanced Editing software, you will have to invest few more dollars.

Editor comment

As far as the performance of these two machines are concerned, there is very little to choose between the two. You can say that XL-550 is better suited for the advanced stuffs as it is better equipped. Singer XL-550 is the more feature packed of the two and so you will have to invest more. XL-550 will suit professionals more and XL-400 will be great for home sewers.

Side by side comparison

Feature

Singer XL-400

Singer XL-550

Type

Sewing & Embroidery Combo

Sewing & Embroidery Combo

Max Embroidery Area

10” x 6”

10” x 6”

Built-in Stitches

30 Sewing Stitches

215 Sewing Stitches

Embroidery Hoop

Two, 10” x 6” and 4” x 4” along with 18 1/2" x 11" multihoop ability

Two, 10” x 6” and 4” x 4” along with 18.5" x 11" multihoop ability

Sewing Start/Stop Button

Yes

Yes

Speed Control Slider

Yes

Yes

Built-in Embroidery Designs

125

125

Automatic Needle Threader

Yes

Yes

Buttonhole Styles

2 One-step

6 One-step and 1 Endless

Pattern Rotation

Yes

Yes

Top Drop-in Bobbin

Yes

Yes

USB Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Stitch Selection

Push Button

LCD and Push Button

Adjustable Stitch Length/Width

Yes

Yes

Stitch Width

7mm

7mm

Programmable Needle Up/Down

Yes

Yes

Built-in Monogramming Font

Yes, 5

Yes, 20

Drop Feed

Yes

Yes

On Board Accessory Storage

Yes, 2 Compartments

Yes, 2

Work Light

Yes, 6 LEDs

Yes, 6 LEDs

Warranty

25 Year Limited

25 Year Limited

Extra High Presser Foot Lifter

Yes

Yes

Twin Needle Capability

Yes

Yes

Automatic Thread Cutter

No

Yes

Included Software

Editing Software

Installation Software, AutoPunch, HyperFont and Editing

Dedicated Locking Stitch Button (Apart from reverse button)

Yes

Yes

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are the views of the writer only. Opinions may be subjective.

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